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District Manager James Eccher (R) presents Greg Bailey with a plaque commemorating 28 years of CCMD Service Courtesy Photo

District Manager James Eccher (R) presents Greg Bailey with a plaque commemorating 28 years of CCMD Service Courtesy Photo

Bailey Retires after 38 Years of Service to the Colorado City Metro District

Terry Kraus
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
A retirement party was held for Greg Bailey by the Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) on September 12, at the Round Table Restaurant, Hollydot Golf Course. About 60 people were in attendance, including coworkers, friends and community members.
Community turns out to support Harlie’s Greenhouse and to remember Courtesy Photo

Community turns out to support Harlie’s Greenhouse and to remember Courtesy Photo

Hoof It for Harlie Run Benefits Harlie’s Greenhouse

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Rye Elementary School is a unique place for so many reasons: the caring staff, the community involvement, the devoted students, parents who are always there, and supporting organizations that keep school fun.
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Early Release Days for Students

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Pueblo County School District 70 has scheduled two early release days for PreK, elementary and middle schools on Thursday, September 25, 2025, and Thursday, May 14, 2026.PreK releases at 10:50 a.m., elementary schools release at 11:45 a.m., and middle schools release at 12:15 p.m.

Metro District Board Member Resigns

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The September 9, Colorado City Metro District (CCMD) meeting started with a surprise. Clint Gross, who has served 1.5 terms, resigned; an action which the other four members of the board reluctantly accepted during the agenda item portion of the regular meeting.
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RFPD Board Focuses on Financial Matters

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The Rye Fire Protection District (RFPD) Board held its monthly meeting on Monday, September 15, at 5:00 p.m. at the Colorado City Metropolitan District building. All board members were present, along with Fire Chief Ross Gallegos and legal counsel Richard Orona.
D70 Scores Big with Donations

D70 Scores Big with Donations

D70 Scores Big with Donations

Shirley Pigg
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Matt Addington, Athletic Director and Vice-Principal of Rye High School, addressed the Board of Education (BOE) on Tuesday, September 9. He reported a generous donation of $1,200 from Powerhouse Excavation & Construction LLC to support Rye High School Activities.
The local VFW Post 7305 is located at the Lake Beckwith Marina and meets the third Saturday of each month, beginninig at 9:00 am., 719-821-0782, 719-676-2353. Courtesy Photo

The local VFW Post 7305 is located at the Lake Beckwith Marina and meets the third Saturday of each month, beginninig at 9:00 am., 719-821-0782, 719-676-2353. Courtesy Photo

Important Veteran Benefits Fair Coming on September 27

Terry Kraus
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
The local LTC Fred A. Ettleman Post 7305 VFW is sponsoring an important Veterans Benefits Fair for local veterans and their families on September 27, at the Greenhorn Valley Library, 4801 Cibola Drive, from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Robin Smith was all smiles as she displayed the myLibrary bookmobile at the Rye Town Square Fair. Photo by Shirley Pigg

Robin Smith was all smiles as she displayed the myLibrary bookmobile at the Rye Town Square Fair. Photo by Shirley Pigg

For Robin Smith, the Bookmobile is a Labor of Love

Shirley Pigg
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
In 2022, Robin Smith applied for nonprofit status to start a unique project that stemmed from her lifelong dream of running a bookmobile.
Greenhorn Kicker rifle shooters with their second-place team and other ribbons: L-R: Lucy Chandler, Lena Chandler, Molly Chandler, Zack Mansfield, Estella Pearson, Tommy Hart. Not pictured: Clara Chandler, Kimmie Power, Bryer Power.

Greenhorn Kicker rifle shooters with their second-place team and other ribbons: L-R: Lucy Chandler, Lena Chandler, Molly Chandler, Zack Mansfield, Estella Pearson, Tommy Hart. Not pictured: Clara Chandler, Kimmie Power, Bryer Power.

Greenhorn Kickers Place Second in State Fair Rifle

David Ressel
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
Local 4-H shooters continued to excel at State Fair this year, earning numerous ribbons in several disciplines. The top five competitors on the Pueblo County Junior .22 rifle 4-Position Sporter team were members of the Greenhorn Kickers 4-H Club.
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